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How to sneak more fruits into your diet

We’re all aware of the importance of eating fruits every day, but we don’t always manage to get in our daily bites of nature’s bounty. Not only do they add essential fibre to our diets, fruits are also nutrient-rich, containing the vitamins and minerals needed for the smooth functioning of our bodies. What’s more, most fruits are low in calories and help keep hunger pangs at bay when consumed as snacks. So, if you find yourself reaching out for unhealthy junk food between meals, make smarter choices with fruits instead. And if you’re not too fond of fruits, here are a few tricks to help you sneak them into your daily diet. Keep in mind that fruits are high in natural sugars, so if you’re diabetic or insulin-resistant, choose ones that are low on the glycemic index (think berries, avocado, grape fruit).

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Whip up yummy smoothiesToss two to three fruits of your choice in a blender, add some honey and yoghurt and blend them all together for a delicious and filling breakfast smoothie. This will fulfill your daily requirement of fruits. From bananas and berries, to apples and guavas, try making different blends to keep things interesting for your palate.

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Jazz up your morning cerealAdd chopped fruit or even just berries to your morning bowl of cereal or porridge. And the natural sweetness from the fruits will ensure that you don’t need to add any sugar or sweeteners. While muesli and breakfast cereal with added fruits are easily available, nothing beats the fresh and natural addition.

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Fruit platter for dessertMost of us crave for dessert post our meals and end up nibbling on a bar of chocolate or digging into ice-cream. But a healthier option would be to eat a bowl of mixed fruits instead. Chill the bowl for 15 minutes and then enjoy the refreshing taste of fruits for dessert after your meals.

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Juice them upJuicing fruits can cause the loss of fibre and increase the natural sugars. However, you can salvage this by making a juice of different fruits instead of one. Pick seasonal fruits and blend them together to make mixed fruit juice. If you want to reduce the sugar content, toss in a vegetable or two along with the fruits. Don’t add any sugar and refrain from straining the juice to retain the fibre. Avoid drinking more than one glass of fruit juice per day. While this isn’t the healthiest of options, if you cannot have your dose of raw fruits, juice them once in a while.